1913

The timelines on this site are an attempt to highlight the major political and cultural events of the years 1895-1914. They are by no means definitive or canonical; aiming instead at a representative selection, gleaned from various texts. Additions to the timeline are especially welcome: please leave suggestions in the comments box below.

Key Events

Trade Union Act reverses Osborne Judgment, thereby allowing trade unionists to use their funds for political purposes.
Suffragette Emily Davison throws herself under the king’s horse at the Derby, and subsequently dies. Her funeral is attended by 6000 female mourners.
Foundation of the New Statesman.